Product Description
Track Width
- Fits all Bobcat MT52 undercarriages
- SKU: 180x72x39SB-BTMT52
S Bar Tread — Is It Right for Your Work?
| Pattern | Best Used For |
|---|---|
| S Bar ✔ | Firm ground · general purpose · smooth surfaces · packed gravel |
| T Lug | Mixed terrain · compact machine applications · on/off road · versatile grip |
| Block | General purpose · hardpack · dirt · long pavement runs |
| Turf | Lawns · landscaping · minimal ground disturbance |
The S Bar pattern uses an S-shaped bar profile that delivers consistent traction on firm, packed surfaces while maintaining a smooth ride. The curved bar geometry provides more edges than a straight bar pattern, improving grip during turns and directional changes without the aggressive wear of a full lug pattern. A practical all-around choice for operators doing general site work on hardpack, gravel, and mixed terrain. See all available patterns at the bottom of this page.
Know Your Machine: Bobcat MT52 Undercarriage Facts
The MT52 is Bobcat's smallest mini track loader — a compact, stand-on machine designed to work in areas no larger CTL can reach. At under 35 inches wide, it fits through standard doorways and garden gates. The 180mm (7.1") rubber track keeps ground pressure low on finished surfaces and turf. Here's what that means for your track purchase:
What's Inside the Track
| Component | Specification | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Iron Cores | Drop-forged steel embeds · pitch-spaced | Maintain track shape · resist deformation under load · engage sprocket cleanly |
| Steel Cords | Acid-washed · continuous cord layer | Carry tensile load · prevent stretching · hold pitch dimension over time |
| Rubber Compound | Wear-resistant · premium bonding agent | Protects cords from moisture · bonds all layers · absorbs impact on hard surfaces |
| S Bar Tread | S-shaped bar profile adds biting edges over straight bar | Smooth ride on firm surfaces. Good directional traction. |
| Lug Height | ~1" nominal new depth | Replace when worn below ⅓ remaining — traction loss accelerates past that point |
Is It Time to Replace Your MT52's Tracks?
| What You're Seeing | What It Means | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Exposed steel cords | Carcass worn through — moisture will corrode cords | Replace immediately |
| Flat or missing lugs | Tread depth below ⅓ of original 1" — traction loss | Plan replacement soon |
| Track won't hold tension | Carcass has stretched beyond adjuster range | Replace track · inspect adjuster |
| Cracks around guide bars | Aging rubber · UV damage · abrasive turning | Monitor closely, plan replacement |
| Track jumping off | Tension too loose OR guide bar/idler damage | Check tension first · inspect guide bars |
At 2,434 lbs operating weight the MT52 accelerates track wear faster than lighter machines. On abrasive surfaces (concrete, asphalt), expect 1,200–1,500 hours from quality replacement tracks. Soft-ground or dirt-only work can extend this considerably.
Track Dimensions
| Size | Width | Pitch | Links | SKU |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 180mm Width (180×72×39) | 180mm (7.1") | 72mm | 39 | 180x72x39SB-BTMT52 |
Complete Your MT52 Undercarriage
Replacing tracks? Consider replacing your sprockets at the same time — worn sprockets destroy new tracks. All parts below are confirmed to fit the Bobcat MT52.
All Tread Patterns Available for the MT52
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